Thanks so much nicmger. I believe so too as well that is why Loo Hoo started the thread. and ofc w/o Ray there wouldn't be a board. People lashing out to others should see by this thread be ing trolls is not appreciated by most on th is board. and I too appreciate everyone's experiences and p oint of view on Meniere's and MAV, w/o them I would have n ever know to try antivirals.
Someone read a post and felt slighted. He/she posted about those feelings. Hardly the definition of a troll. Everyone here lends something to this forum, whether it be experience, support, treatments that can be tried or just a laugh or two. Not all of us agree all the time. I think we should be able to discuss our disagreements, without arguing and without being labeled.
With all due respect, whether someone agrees with the subject line of this post or not, the OP intended it to be supportive of Vicki. Should anyone not agree with that they could simply not open this thread or post on it. And I think that when someone spends so much of their time truly trying to only post things that MAY help someone else (Vicki) and then is called inappropriate names - which is different than someone simply sharing their feelings or a different point of view - it is hurtful. So in the hope of directing the thread back to the topic, I have said before - and do so again - I appreciate those who share their experiences and knowledge with the hope of helping others here. This place has been my safe place when my Meniere's is at it's worst and it is people like Vicki (and JOH and Bulldogs...etc) that welcomed me.
Yes, the purpose of this thread was to show appreciation. I am so glad that so many people have taken time to do this and have even taken it a step further to thank additional people. My heart has been warmed as I am sure the people mentioned here now have warm fuzzies to carry with them for a while.
Without Ray/Solari this place wouldn't be here. This is true. We should all be able to be ourselves here as well. As is the case whenever a large group of people come together, there are always disagreements. How each of us cope with that depends on our personalities. I will say I've heard people disparage Ray/Solari for the way he moderates this site. And for this they receive accolades?
You have not heard or read anything in this post that talks anything but positive about Ray/Solari. Do not see the point of the continued barbs and lack of anything positive to contribute or add. This disease is hard enough to deal with without this type of immature "so there" type of responses. You don't have to like this topic, you don't have to agree - but you don't have to take this down a negative path. Calling it like I see it. And for the record, I have no skin in the game. Just would prefer to read information in an open format where respect is shown to all.
Did I say, "so there?" I can't find it. Not everything you read here is all of what's true. I don't have to post here, neither do you. I'm just telling the truth, don't kill the messenger. I'm done here.
I've read nothing bad about Ray in this thread. The name calling and sowing came through another site on how he moderated this site. She threatened to post how she felt on here and say goodbye, but apparently chicken out. Everyone rocks!
Unfortunately I have no idea what other site has anyone getting upset over on this one and calling each other names - honestly am glad I don't as it does not seem to be one that is constructed, positive and in keeping to what I have read was the purpose of this site. My response is based on the responses here only. I am glad that you clarified that and hope that everyone will continue to ROCK and leave the petty negative crap on whatever that other site is. I like this one (and have since the previous board) the way that it was intended.
Sorry tuning in so late but I agree Vicky Has been extremely helpful in providing So much information and research. I am so the thankful For This site , Vicky and everyone on it. My run to place When I'm falling apart.
I do not post much but I read all the threads every couple weeks or so on my lunch break and especially Vicki, because I know she is in touch with the latest science and always shares it with everybody. Thank you Vicki and all the other members who have helped me on this forum.
Vicki.. you do a lot of relevant research which you readily share with the rest of us.. I appreciate that. There are many others who also contribute postively with knowledge and experience for the benefit of others who still haven't found the path to relief. This thread is acknowledge our appreciation of that. I For the negative, just want to stir shit posters, with no input that will help those of us who need it.. what are you doing in this thread?